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Privacy and Terms of Service

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which The Constituent collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://the-constituent.com website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by The Constituent.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the siteplace an orderfill out a formrespond to a survey and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, and/or phone number.

We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information

The Constituent collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes:

To improve customer service

Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.

To personalize user experience

We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.

To improve our Site

We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.

To process transactions

We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.

To send periodic emails

The email address Users provide for order processing, will only be used to send them information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or User may contact us via our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures. Our Site is also in compliance with PCI vulnerability standards in order to create as secure of an environment as possible for Users.

Google Adsense

Some of the ads may be served by Google. Google\'s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to Users based on their visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet. DART uses "non personally identifiable information" and does NOT track personal information about you, such as your name, email address, physical address, etc. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy at http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html

Compliance with children\'s online privacy protection act

Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Site from those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is structured to attract anyone under 13.

Changes to this privacy policy

The Constituent has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, revise the updated date at the bottom of this page,send you an email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

The Constituent https://the-constituent.com info@the-constituent.com

This document was last updated: May 26, 2015

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Privacy and Terms of Service

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which The Constituent collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://the-constituent.com website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by The Constituent.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the siteplace an orderfill out a formrespond to a survey and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, and/or phone number.

We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

Our Site may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information

The Constituent collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes:

To improve customer service

Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.

To personalize user experience

We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.

To improve our Site

We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.

To process transactions

We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.

To send periodic emails

The email address Users provide for order processing, will only be used to send them information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or User may contact us via our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures. Our Site is also in compliance with PCI vulnerability standards in order to create as secure of an environment as possible for Users.

Google Adsense

Some of the ads may be served by Google. Google\'s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to Users based on their visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet. DART uses "non personally identifiable information" and does NOT track personal information about you, such as your name, email address, physical address, etc. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy at http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html

Compliance with children\'s online privacy protection act

Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Site from those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is structured to attract anyone under 13.

Changes to this privacy policy

The Constituent has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, revise the updated date at the bottom of this page,send you an email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

HEITKAMP. Madam President, I honor my friend and colleague from
Louisiana, Senator Mary Landrieu, who is departing the Senate at the
end of this year. Her career in public service began 34 years ago when
she was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives. During that
time and in her service in the United States Senate, she has proved
time and again that the people of Louisiana could not have asked for a
better advocate and fighter on their behalf.

It is tough to describe someone like Senator Landrieu. Senator
Landrieu is selfless, dedicated, tenacious, and resilient, but these
are just words that, while accurate, fail to truly capture who this
woman is and what she stands for. It is only by looking at Senator
Landrieu's significant accomplishments that someone can truly begin to
understand the depths of her selflessness, dedication, and resiliency.
During my time in the Senate, I have seen Mary embody these words like
few others in this body.

Senator Landrieu and I both come from large families. I know the
impact being one of seven children had on me growing up and I am sure
Senator Landrieu can attest to how big of an impact being one of nine
children had on her. During her time in public service, Senator
Landrieu has worked hard to ensure that all children can benefit from
having a family to call their own. Senator Landrieu has worked
extensively with the Angels in Adoption program since its inception,
and cochaired the Congressional Coalition on Adoption and the
Congressional Foster Care Caucus. Senator Landrieu's work has changed
the lives of children across Louisiana, the country, and around the
world. Because of her work, there are countless children who are now
able to feel the love and benefits of having a family.

In 2005, Louisiana was victim of one of the worst natural disasters
to ever hit this country. Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and
Louisiana the likes of which this country has rarely seen. With one of
the country's great cities devastated and in ruins, it was Mary
Landrieu who took the lead on recovery efforts. It was Mary Landrieu
who held FEMA's feet to the fire to better serve Louisianans. It was
Mary Landrieu who helped direct billions of dollars in recovery funds
to the State. It was because of Mary Landrieu that the great State of
Louisiana has bounced back strong as ever.

Senator Landrieu's leadership did not end with the recovery and
rebuilding efforts. Following the passage of the Biggert-Waters Flood
Reform Act in 2012, Senator Landrieu was one of the first to recognize
and sound the alarm on the impending problems homeowners would face
with unreasonably high flood insurance rates. Because of her early
recognition of these problems and her proactive approach to finding
solutions, Congress was able pass a bill preventing thousands of people
across the country from being forced to pay disastrously high flood
insurance premiums.

I have also had the privilege of working with Senator Landrieu on
energy issues. There is no better advocate in the Senate on energy than
Senator Landrieu. I came here with the intent of learning everything
that I could from Senator Landrieu. My only regret is that there was no
way to fully take in all of her knowledge in the brief time that I have
been here. That is a testament to the incredible work that she has done
over her career to advance a pragmatic energy policy for this country,
work that I hope to continue in the years ahead building upon the
energy legacy that Senator Landrieu will leave behind. A word you hear
often when people describe Senator Landrieu is tenacious, and this was
never more apparent than on her work to advance the Keystone XL
Pipeline. Anyone who watched Senator Landrieu work that bill and work
behind the scenes to get the votes knows that she will fight to the
very last second for what she believes in and that the word ``can't''
doesn't exist in her vocabulary. Senator Landrieu single-handedly
forced this bill to the Senate floor and brought us closer than we have
been in 6 years to approving this project once and for all. Senator
Landrieu's pragmatic approach to this issue and willingness to embrace
solutions over politics stands as an example for the rest of the Senate
to strive for.

Senator Landrieu always looked out for the energy interests of her
State, while recognizing the need to provide and protect her gulf coast
communities. She has pushed for increased LNG exports that would bring
new jobs and significant investment to her State. She also has been
instrumental in expanding oil exploration and production in the Gulf of
Mexico, but while doing so she has made sure that her coastal
communities receive a bigger share of the royalties and revenue to
mitigate any impacts from the development. Working for jobs and
economic development and protecting those most impacted by this
development, that is a pretty good legacy to leave behind in Louisiana.

The Landrieu family name comes with a long history of public service
in Louisiana. The Landrieus, known for their big personalities that are
eclipsed only by their accomplishments in office, can rest easy knowing
that Mary has more than lived up to the family name. The Senate,
Louisiana, and the country, are better off because of the work Mary
Landrieu has done in the
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Senate. I know I am not alone in saying that we will miss having her
here. I also know I am not alone in saying that I am sure her work is
not done. I wish her luck in this next chapter of her life and look
forward to seeing the tremendous work she will accomplish outside of
this Chamber.

Mark Pryor
Madam President, I also wish to honor my colleague, Senator Mark
Pryor, who will be leaving the Senate at the end of this Congress.
Senator Pryor has been a tireless champion for the people of Arkansas
for 12 years in this legislative body. However, his commitment and
dedication to the State of Arkansas is reflected not only in his work
here, but in the public service he and his family have given for
decades.

As the son of the former Governor and U.S. Senator, Senator Mark
Pryor grew up in a family which embodied public service, instilling his
interest and desire to do the same in his career. After attending the
University of Arkansas and working in the private sector as an
attorney, he turned his sights to public service. While serving as a
member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and then as attorney
general for the State of Arkansas, Senator Pryor honed his
understanding of the needs of the State and developed strong
connections through its institutions which served him well throughout
his career. It was here that I first met Mark. He was serving as
attorney general in Arkansas at the same time I was serving as attorney
general in North Dakota. I was immediately impressed with this young
public servant and grew to understand that he is intelligent and
principled in how he approaches his life and career. In 2003, Senator
Pryor was elected U.S. Senator from Arkansas, reclaiming the seat his
father once held.

As a Senator, he served on various committees which allowed him to
fight for the priorities of Arkansas, pass legislation and champion
initiatives which helped this Nation. During his tenure on the Armed
Services Committee, Senator Pryor protected the interests of Arkansas
servicemembers and their families. His work on the Appropriations and
Commerce Committees created opportunities for growth in transportation,
rural broadband, energy, and agriculture, all critical interests for
Arkansas. Leading these issues with bipartisan proposals and working
closely with his colleagues on marshalling these efforts Congress after
Congress, Senator Pryor earned the respect of his colleagues for his
quiet devotion and steadfast commitment.

Mark is a Senator who promotes common sense solutions--solutions that
seek strong support and address some of the more important needs of
this Nation's citizenry. During my short time in the Senate, we served
together on the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and Small
Business Committees. I very much enjoyed working with him and serving
together for the benefit of others. I continue to find him to be a man
of great honesty and integrity. This type of stewardship is to be
admired and appreciated by those inspired to serve on the local, State
or Federal level.

I applaud my colleague for his years of tireless commitment in
defense of his home State, for his service in the Senate and this
Country. I wish the very best to him and his family in the years to
come.

Mark Begich
Madam President, finally I pay tribute and recognize the
accomplishments of a trusted ally and dear friend, Senator Mark Begich,
who will be leaving the Senate at the end of the term. Mark has been a
tenacious and steadfast advocate for his constituents and the State of
Alaska and a strong moderate voice during his years in the Senate.

I have had the honor and privilege to work with Senator Begich on
both the Indian Affairs and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Committees. As someone who represents one of the most rural States in
America, he has an impressive understanding and compassion for the
unique challenges rural communities face.

As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, he played a major
role in postal reform negotiations. He understood rural citizens rely
most on the Postal Service for critical deliveries of prescription
medicines, time sensitive bills, and other important communications. He
knew that without a rural post office, many small, rural communities
would cease to exist.

During his tenure on the Indian Affairs Committee, he was dedicated
to confronting and addressing the unpleasant truths about the Federal
Government's treatment of Native people in our country. He understood
the threats facing subsistence rights, native languages, and rich
cultural traditions, and fought to ensure they were given parity and
respect. Senator Begich also knew far too many Native women today
experience violence and sexual assault, particularly in remote areas,
and so he fought for the tribal provisions in the reauthorization of
the Violence Against Woman Act--VAWA--and advanced his Safe Families
and Villages Act to extend those protections to Native women in Alaska.
He has also been a fighter for American Indian and Alaska Native
veterans and worked hard to increase their access to care at both
Indian Health Service and Veteran Affairs facilities. His compassion
for indigenous issues extended to tribes in the lower 48 States and
Native Hawaiians, and I know Native people across the country feel they
have lost a true champion with his departure.

Anyone who knows Senator Begich knows he is an intellectually curious
and energetic person. He always approached issues from a solutions-
oriented mindset, which meant he was more tied to outcomes than to
rhetoric, and the Senate was well-served by his presence. Senator
Begich is also a devoted family man to his wife Deborah and young son
Jacob. I remind myself that our loss is their gain, as I am sure they
are excited to have him home more. I truly enjoyed working alongside
him and look forward to when our paths cross again. I wish him
incredible happiness and success in the next chapter.